Stuffing stockings of cocktail aficionados and bar curators on our holiday gift list is a tricky task by itself. Let alone hunting for tiny treasures that are fun, functional and fall within our budget.
So, we’ve put together this list of 6 sock-sized gems that are sure to please every cocktail enthusiast. All of these are under $30 and most are under $25. Take a look—
Curated Bitters by Spirits With Smoke
Spirits With Smoke carries a curated collection of locally crafted, small-batch Black Cloud bitters. These can elevate any libation by giving it a rich aroma, flavour and colour. So, your cocktails look and taste great.
Cost: $26.00
Honey & Neat Bourbon by Esh Candles
This candle is for the one who worships at the altar of bourbon. These hand-poured coconut soy wax candles will have your (or your beloved bourbon buff’s) home smelling sweet and divine at once. Just the scent we needed for the festive season!
Cost: CA$22.48+
Infused Cocktail Kits by Spirits With Smoke
We’ve said this before and we’ll say it again— these infusion kits are a perfect addition to any home bar, be it a single cart or a professional grade one. Especially with drinking season just around the corner. The kits make it super easy to craft impeccable cocktails. Plus, they have you covered with all popular faves.
Cost: $22.00
Nightcap Whisky Chocolate Bar by Compartes
This delicious delight literally brought together two of our all-time favourite things in the world— Dark chocolate and Whisky. Need we say more? Oh, and it comes with an equally tempting price tag too.
Cost: $9.95
Mixology Dice Pouch by Two Tumbleweeds
This dice is what will make mixology thrilling and fun. The set includes eight laser-engraved wooden dice, each for different ingredients — spirits, sugars, liqueurs, citrus, fruits, herbs, spices, and bitters. Roll the dice and let them (and the instruction booklet) guide you through your next lip-smacking cocktail.
Cost: $ 24.00
The Bartenders Jigger by Spirits With Smoke
Everyone knows that the key to crafting the perfect cocktail over and over is consistency. And that makes this double-sided Kamakura Japanese Jigger a bar essential for both, seasoned and newbie mixologists. It lets you measure the ingredients perfectly and evenly, every single time.
Cost: $21.00
That concludes our list. Here’s to a very merry and pocket-friendly holiday season!
